Monthly Archives: February 2012

Intensify your Jumping Jacks with this variation!

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Jumping Jacks are great for conditioning. Take them up a notch with this variation!

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Performance Factor: Hydration

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Hydration is an important factor in exercise performance. With so much attention given to training, proper hydration is often overlooked. This article takes a brief look at some of the effects dehydration has on performance and measures to take in … Continue reading

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Endurance training methods to maximize performance

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The goal of endurance training is to enable the body to perform at higher intensities for longer periods of time. This is achieved by improving the delivery of oxygen to the working muscles and improving clearance of waste products due … Continue reading

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Dynamic Conditioning Circuit – 4 rounds for time

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This dynamic circuit consists of 5 exercises (Burpees, Plyo Push-Ups, Tuck Jumps, Spiderman Push-Ups, Split Squat Jumps). Perform 10 repetitions for each exercise. Complete 4 rounds for the best time possible.

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Review: Gymboss Interval Timer

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The Quest: Ultimate Fitness Challenge program is based heavily on different forms interval training. From Tabata style intervals to traditional sprint intervals, timed circuits are used throughout the program. A really cool tool to help increase the efficiency and improve … Continue reading

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